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Britain's boxing star is expected to be elevated to WBO heavyweight champion after Usyk chose to vacate his championship belt

This follows after the champion notified the WBO he would not proceed with a mandatory title defence against his mandatory opponent

Boxing Organization's Position

The boxing organization confirmed that Usyk chose to vacate his belt after deep reflection"

Usyk still holds the three major championship belts, having defeated Daniel Dubois at the national stadium in mid-year to become a double undisputed champion

He originally secured the all-belt title holder in spring 2024 by overcoming Tyson Fury, before giving up the IBF title a month afterwards and opting out of facing the obligatory contender

"WBO president the WBO leader called Usyk "a champion of champions" in a announcement"

"The organization offers its deep appreciation and respect to Usyk, an undefeated, two-division WBO undisputed world champion"

"His career stands as one of the most extraordinary and historic of the modern boxing era"

The boxing body stated that its institution will continue to support the champion and his camp"

Championship History

The champion captured the championship in two years ago by defeating Anthony Joshua and went on to successfully defend multiple times

In mid-year, the championship body required discussions for a obligatory championship fight against temporary title holder Parker, only for a Usyk's physical issue to force the postponement of the fight

New Champion's Path

But Wardley, took the interim title from the New Zealander with a huge upset in the later stages at the famous London arena last month and was required to challenge Usyk before the September deadline

The championship body still needs to verify the British fighter's elevation but his manager Warren believes it is a formality

"England has a recent title holder and a new star of the sport"

"One of the most incredible stories throughout my decades as a sports manager and I could not be happier for the British fighter"

"Significant bouts in the future for the coming period as he maintains his title and establishes his place in the boxing world"

Wardley entered the sport relatively late, coming through the unlicensed white-collar scene and has had just 21 professional fights

What's Next

• The anticipated title change represents an important development in heavyweight boxing
• The champion's choice to vacate the belt opens new opportunities for other contenders
• The fighting community now awaits official confirmation from the boxing organization
• Wardley's story from alternative background to world champion continues to capture attention